A report of the 2008 waterbird survey of Oman has now been published (see earlier postings)

In total, 158,154 waterbirds were recorded over the survey. This included 29802 waders, 120287 gulls and terns, 2506 cormorants and 2505 egrets and herons. When the results obtained by the separate expedition to Barr Al Hikman are combined with these figures the numbers are even more impressive, showing that the Sultanate of Oman is of significant regional importance for wintering and migrating waterbirds. A total of 339,502 waders, 146,287 gulls and terns, and 31,711 cormorants egrets and herons were recorded in the Sultanate during this period. In addition, nearly 800 raptors, of 16 species, including over 100 ospreys and 60 marsh harriers were recorded.

The Report can be downloaded here – Waterbird survey of Oman 2008